Band Hip Abduction

A standing band-resisted hip abduction that targets the glute medius and primes the hips for squats, deadlifts, and running.

Legs Band Strength

Video

Silent, looping, the whole movement.

Body map

FRONT

BACK

Primary

Glutes

Secondary

none

Step by step

Loop a mini band around both ankles or just above the knees, depending on resistance preference.
Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and a slight bend in the knees, hands on hips for balance.
Shift your weight onto your left leg and press your right leg straight out to the side against the band.
Pause briefly at the top of the lift, feeling the squeeze in the side of your right hip.
Lower the right leg back to the starting position with control, keeping tension on the band throughout.
Complete 12 to 15 reps per side, alternating legs once the working glute is fully fatigued.

Log your sets. After a few weeks you will see whether it is moving. Free.